Das Fundament
Example: Das Fundament des Gebäudes muss vor dem Bau sorgfältig geprüft werden.
Definition
"Das Fundament" refers to the solid base or groundwork of a building or structure, ensuring its stability and support. It is the essential part that transfers the load of the building to the ground, preventing settling or shifting over time.
Etymology
The word "das Fundament" comes from the Latin word 'fundamentum,' meaning 'foundation' or 'base.' It was adopted into German to describe the underlying support of structures. Did you know? The Latin root 'fundare' means 'to lay a foundation,' highlighting the word's purpose in construction and stability.
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"Das Fundament" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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